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Newspaper
Monroe Evening Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1968
Page
2
An editorial endorses Senator Proxmire’s suggestion that the United Nations Secretary General provide world progress updates. The piece argues for clear communication on global affairs and how citizens can better participate in shaping a safer, better world.
Senator William Proxmire argues for the United Nations Secretary General to deliver a yearly global State of Mankind address. He urges using TV, radio, and print to reach every person, framing world responsibilities and urging action on population, hunger, arms races, and development.
Argus 4H club received a $20 contribution plus a $10 deposit refund from a roller skating party at Blue Star Roller Rink last night. The funds will be used for Kubly Park. Members thanked all who attended. Dial 325-5101 for Adtaker.
The American Legion Zilmer- Riley Post advanced plans for the Third District Spring Conference to be held May 4 and 5 at their clubrooms. Guest speaker Frank Kubly discussed travels to Africa, Germany and Japan, as members pursue a 36-member shortfall from last year’s total.
The Monroe Park and Recreation Department and the Milwaukee Sentinel host a 4-H birdhouse contest at Monroe City Hall on Feb 17 for entrants 15 and under with free show tickets. Also covered are 4-H forestry training in March at Trees For Tomorrow and horse care advice for winter exercise and conditioning.
Sixth graders from North School toured Davis Cheese Factory on January 10. Kristine Sulzer notes John Marty runs the plant and explains steps from starter addition and curd formation to pressing, aging in salt water, and boxing. The visit covers molds, temperature checks, and the production pace of about twelve to thirteen blocks per day.
On this date in history King George V died in 1936 and Edward VIII ascended the throne. Other events include John Marshall becoming chief justice in 1801 and Eisenhower's 1953 oath as president. Also: JFK and LBJ inaugurated in 1961 and 1961 treaty milestones. Birthday notices list names and addresses for readers born Jan 21 to Jan 27, 1968.
The notice lists several individuals with addresses and birth dates including Curtis Lee Schumacher and Lynn Ann Schumacher from Orangeville and Gratiot, Jon Allan Schumacher and Dena Marie Schumacher, Robert Jay Schumacher, Tammy Jo Milz, Gina Kristine Mitchell, Eric Gene Waage, and Shelly Rae Schliem. Also mentions Mike Kasperak’s transplanted heart performing well after a major operation. A classified line offers babysitter and service help at 325-5101.
A note expresses deep gratitude to St. Clare Hospital staff for Paul Moody’s care and to The Monroe Evening Times for sponsoring a Big Show benefit. The letter also commends area teens and residents who donated clothing cards food money toys a gingerbread house and prayers during Christmas and recovery.
The Orangeville Community Bank re elected its board of directors Glen H. Geller as president Ralph H. Frautschy as vice president Louis A Zipse Orland Priewe George Brookiover Edwin Witt and Bert Snow. Officers named are Delbert M Pete Folgate cashier Donald D Davis assistant cashier Lois Mouyer assistant cashier Kathleen Frautschy operating assistant.
Pure Milk Products Co operative of Fond du Lac asks Secretary Freeman to raise the manufactured milk price from 4.00 to at least 4.25 per cwt by April 1 1968. Eckles cites rising costs and tax, wages, and equipment prices since 1966 to argue for 90 percent parity and a stabilizing farm income measure.
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